$749,000
Description
Welcome to Historic “Hibiscus Cottage” a charming, sunlit 1929 Mediterranean Revival home that famed golfer Bobby Jones is rumored to have once called “home”, when he lived in Sarasota. This adorable vintage home is set on almost a quarter acre of fenced lush landscaped yard, truly a gardener and nature lover’s paradise! Hibiscus Cottage is the perfect blend of historic character and renovated modern convenience. From the moment you walk through the Royal Palms framing the walk way and enter the lovely courtyard complete with orange jasmine and hibiscus trees, you start to feel how special this home is. Surprisingly spacious for a home of this era, the bungalow features a sunny living/dining room with fireplace, renovated kitchen with quartz counters, stainless steel appliances including a wine chiller. Built in china hutch is just one of many architectural touches in the home. Nicely sized bedrooms with lots of efficient storage space, primary bedroom features en-suite powder room. Main bath in hallway offers a new vessel sink stand with additional storage, claw tub and lots of sunlight thanks to a skylight in the ceiling. Enormous sunroom opens to tile patio and additional deck space, perfect for watching the neighborhood peacocks, herons and ibis! Boat owners will love the convenience of Sara Bay Marina! Stroll through this very walkable neighborhood to the bay front for gorgeous sunsets, fishing and paddle boarding or just enjoy walking the charming streets of Whitfield Estates. Golfers will enjoy Sara Bay Country Club located just across 41 from Whitfield Estates. An ideal West of Trail location, minutes to Ringling Museum, ASLO theatre and the vibrant arts scene. Downtown Sarasota, Lido Beach and Anna Maria Island are also a short drive away. Renovations include new barrel tile roof, new HVAC, instant hot water and water softener system, kitchen cabinets, laundry room with barn door and board and batten panel, epoxy flooring in the one car garage. Thanks to brand new ADT solar panels including battery storage system, your overall power bills are significantly reduced plus, this home will have lights on next time there is a power outage! ADT is one of the top leaders in solar panels. Priced WELL below pre-listing appraisal! At this price, this home is a bargain!
Listed by Susan Harding, .
Property Highlights
- View: Garden, Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
- Property Type: Single Family, Single Family Residence
- Style: Historic, Mediterranean
- MLS #: A4588955
Room Information
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Furnished | Unfurnished |
| Garage | Yes |
| Garage Spaces | 1 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Total Beds | 2 |
Property Features
| Direction Faces | West |
| Has View | Yes |
| Interior Square Footage | 1,932 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.39 |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 17,001 |
| Rooms | 7 |
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